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Prisma Health

Pediatric Gastroenterology NP/ PA - Columbia

Prisma Health, Columbia, South Carolina, us, 29228

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Pediatric Gastroenterology NP/PA - Columbia Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.

Works under the supervision of a physician to give quality treatment, referral and follow-up care in a medical or hospital setting.

Accountabilities

Performs health histories, physical exams, individual and group health education. (20%)

Orders diagnostic laboratory tests and radiological tests, including special testing such as CT, MRI, ultrasound, and contrast studies with physician approval. (20%)

Interprets physical findings, lab and x‑ray results, makes diagnoses, formulates and carries out treatment plan, prescribing medication in accordance with state licensing laws. (20%)

Refers cases to immediate supervising physician when patient conditions are complicated, exceed the Physician Assistant’s limit of care or level of training. (20%)

Provides emergency care to prevent the loss of life, limb or eyesight; institutes emergency procedures in accordance with level of training. (10%)

Supports clinic function by participating in policy development, operational improvement and implementation of policies and improvements. (10%)

Minimum Qualifications

Education – Bachelor’s degree in a Physician Assistant program approved by an accredited medical body such as CAHEA, American Medical Association or the Association of Medical Colleges.

Experience – No previous experience required.

Required Licensures

NCCPA certification and current Physician Assistant licensure in South Carolina.

BLS.

Other Required Skills / Knowledge

Knowledge of a wide variety of medical conditions, diseases, types of injuries; excellent communication skills.

NCCPA Certificate of Added Qualification in Emergency Medicine – Preferred.

Work Shift: Variable (United States of America)

Location: 9 Medical Park Rd, Richland

Facility: 3458 Pediatric Gastro 14 Med Park 310

Department: 34581000 Pediatric Gastro 14 Med Park 310 – Practice Operations

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